Miami: Art Deco & Speedboat Tour with Hotel Pickup

See Miami the way locals do: small groups, real stories, no big buses

You get hotel pickup, a small-group drive through five Miami neighborhoods (Wynwood, Downtown, Coral Gables, Art Deco, Coconut Grove), a speedboat ride past Fisher Island and Star Island with the captain at full throttle, and a guide who actually knows the city instead of reading from a script. All fees and taxes are built in, and you end at Bayside Marketplace with time to eat or explore on your own.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. South Pointe Park10m
2. Art Deco Historic Districtpass by
3. Bayside Marketplace1h · entry included
4. South Beachpass by
5. Coconut Grovepass by

Miami city and speedboat tour highlights

• Walk to South Pointe Park photo spot
• Drive through Wynwood street art district
• Drive through Downtown Miami and Brickell
• Stop at Miami Circle archaeological site
• Drive through Coral Gables and Gables Estates
• Cruise along Ocean Drive and Art Deco District
• Drive through Coconut Grove historic neighborhood
• Speedboat tour from Bayside Marketplace
• See Port of Miami and cruise terminal
• View exclusive Fisher Island
• Pass Star Island Millionaire’s Row
• View South Beach and Ocean Drive
• Experience adrenaline zone at Government Cut
• See Fisherman's Channel and Brickell Skyline
• Return to Bayside Marketplace
• Relax with live music and shopping at Bayside

The experience

The moment you step into the air-conditioned van, you're not on a generic city tour. Your guide has spent over a decade in Miami, and it shows, not in rehearsed speeches, but in the way they point out which Art Deco hotel was in The Birdcage, or why Wynwood's back streets matter more than the famous walls. Small groups mean you can actually ask questions without holding up thirty other people. You'll start with hotel pickup, then head straight to South Pointe Park, where the view hits different: Fisher Island, the entire Miami skyline, South Beach all at once. This is the photo spot everyone wants, and you'll have time to get it right.

From there, the tour moves through the neighborhoods that make Miami actually interesting. Wynwood isn't just the Wynwood Walls. Your guide takes you down the hidden back streets where big buses can't fit, where the real street art lives and the colors are raw and unfiltered. Then you're in Downtown Miami and Brickell, past the Freedom Tower and the Kaseya Center, and there's a stop at Miami Circle, an archaeological site that's literally one of the oldest human settlements in South Florida. Glass towers next to ancient stone circles. That's Miami in one place. You'll also drive through Coral Gables and Gables Estates, where the villas are so expensive they barely advertise themselves, just palm-lined streets and private docks with yachts.

The speedboat part starts at Bayside Marketplace downtown. You're heading past the cruise ships at the Port of Miami, then out to Fisher Island and Star Island: Millionaire's Row, where the houses belong to people you've heard of. The captain opens it up in Government Cut, and that's when you feel why this isn't a bus tour anymore. You'll see South Beach and Ocean Drive from the water, cruise past the Art Deco facades, then loop back to Bayside, where you can grab food or a drink with live music and skyline views if you want to keep the day going.

The Art Deco District gets its own time too. You're not just driving past the Colony Hotel or the Versace Mansion: your guide walks you through the actual neighborhood, showing you the neon signs, the pastel facades, the side streets with old cinemas and galleries. Then there's Coconut Grove, Miami's oldest neighborhood, where the West Grove's African-American history is still visible in the wooden houses, churches, and local markets. Between the banyan trees and the street art, your guide explains how this place built Miami from the ground up. All of it (the vehicle, the guide, the entry fees, the taxes) is included. No surprises at the end.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off.
• small-group city tour through Wynwood, Downtown Miami, Coral Gables, Art Deco District, and Coconut Grove.
• speedboat ride departing from Bayside Marketplace, passing Fisher Island, Star Island, and South Beach.
• expert tour guide with 10+ years Miami experience.
• all entry fees and taxes.
• air-conditioned vehicle throughout.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 12:30

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (12 to 80 years) · Child (1 to 11 years)

GroupUp to 24

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 pickup points.Operator's directions: “Please arrive via public transportation or car. Parking is available Please look out for the Banana Joe Tours Bus at the end of the tunnel across the Thriller Speedboat.”

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Banana Joe Tours

Is this one for you?Best for travelers who want to see the real Miami neighborhoods, not just the postcard spots, and don't want to navigate or drive themselves. The small-group format means you get actual answers instead of a script, and the speedboat adds a different perspective on the city without requiring you to book a separate activity.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 11 years).

How many people are in a typical group?

Small to medium-sized groups. The tour is designed so every question can be answered, which means it's not a 40-person bus.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. Pickup is part of the tour, and you'll be collected from your Miami hotel before the tour starts.

What's included in the price?

Hotel pickup, the city tour, the speedboat ride, all entry fees, taxes, and the air-conditioned vehicle. No hidden costs.

Do I need to be fit for the speedboat?

The speedboat has some speed and motion. It's not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health, but it's suitable for all other fitness levels.

Can I do just the city tour without the speedboat?

The tour as described includes both. Check with the operator if you want to customize it.

What's the best time to book this?

Book in advance to secure your hotel pickup time. Tours run regularly, but small groups fill up faster than big bus tours.

Will the guide speak English?

Yes. The guide is a Miami expert with over 10 years of local experience and conducts the tour in English with insider knowledge.